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Suicide

Patient Suicide & Medical Malpractice Lawsuits

Holding Doctors & Providers Accountable for Patient Suicide

We rely on medical professionals to care for the people we love. That’s because doctors, nurses, and other practitioners have obligations to meet an accepted standard of care when treating patients. This can include recognizing and addressing any warning signs that may indicate a patient is at risk of suicide.

If your loved one committed suicide while under the care or supervision of a medical professional, investigating what happened and whether a medical or mental health care provider’s negligence may have been involved can be your first step toward accountability.

Bostwick & Peterson, LLP is an award-winning firm that’s recognized nationally for our work representing victims of medical malpractice. We’ve won over $1 billion for clients and:

  • Hold the record for the largest medical malpractice recovery in CA history.
  • Are led by a Certified Medical Malpractice Specialist (Attorney James Bostwick).
  • Are listed in the U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” list.

Contact an attorney from our firm to discuss your rights and options. Consultations are FREE and there is no fee unless we win.

Liability for Patient Suicide

Failing to recognize warning signs or issues that indicate a patient is a danger to themselves could implicate a treating provider in civil claims if they failed to meet the accepted standard of care.

Medication errors and negligent prescribing may also provide cause for action in patient suicide claims. It is the duty of a doctor to know the risks associated with drugs they prescribe, whether medications are contraindicated (meaning that they shouldn’t be used together because they pose health risks), and how patients are reacting to medications. Certain anti-depressants, such as SSRIs, can actually have the opposite of their intended effect, especially on younger patients.

Over 60 Years of Experience on Your Side

Suicide malpractice cases can be hard to prove, but our experienced attorneys at Bostwick & Peterson have the insight and resources to take on even the toughest claims.

With decades of combined experience, we’ve helped clients recover more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements – many of which were secured against negligent hospitals, doctors, and other health care providers. Though no amount of money can compensate a family for the pain of losing a loved one, it can provide the justice and financial recovery they deserve.

To discuss your potential lawsuit and how our firm may be able to help, contact us for a FREE consultation: (213) 519-5636.

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NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED LAW FIRM

  • Inner Circle of Advocates
    Inner Circle of Advocates

    Invitation-only organization of the top 100 plaintiff trial lawyers in the U.S.

  • International Academy of Trial Lawyers
    International Academy of Trial Lawyers

    Former President of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, limited to the top 500 trial lawyers in the U.S.

  • Super Lawyers 2022
    Super Lawyers 2022

    James S. Bostwick and Erik L. Peterson have been named top-rated medical malpractice attorneys.

  • American Board of Trial Advocates
    American Board of Trial Advocates

    Invitation-only group of the nation’s top civil lawyers and judges.

  • American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys
    American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys

    James Bostwick is a nationally certified medical malpractice specialist and founding member.

  • The Best Lawyers in America
    The Best Lawyers in America

    Recognized since its inception in 1983 by this peer-reviewed publication, comprised of the best legal talent in the world.

  • U.S. News Best Law Firms 2024
    U.S. News Best Law Firms 2024

    Recognized for professional excellence with impressive ratings from clients and peers.

  • The National Trial Lawyers
    The National Trial Lawyers

    James Bostwick & Erik Peterson are listed in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

  • Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
    Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

    An exclusive group limited to less than 1% of U.S. attorneys who have won multi-million dollar results.

  • Lawdragon
    Lawdragon

    James Bostwick inducted into the Hall of Fame and featured among the Top 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in America.

  • Expertise - 2024
    Expertise - 2024

    Expertise.com finds and reviews the top service professionals in over 200 industries across the U.S.

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WHAT SETS BOSTWICK & PETERSON, LLP APART?

  • More Than $1 Billion In Settlements And Verdicts For Our Clients
  • Obtained the Largest Medical Malpractice Settlement in California
  • Included In The List Of "Best Lawyers In America" By U.S. News - Best Lawyers® Since Its Inception In 1983
  • Since January 2018, The Firm Has Twice Broken The California Record For Largest Medical Malpractice Settlements
  • Record-Setting Verdicts & Settlements In Four States, For Malpractice, Truck, And Auto Accidents
  • Invite-Only Member Of The Inner Circle of Advocates, Limited To The Nation’s Top 100 Plaintiff Lawyers
  • James Bostwick Received The Trial Lawyers "Presidential Award Of Merit"
  • James Bostwick Is A Nationally Certified Specialist By The American Board Of Professional Liability

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